At Fareham Academy, our History curriculum is designed to be knowledge-rich, providing students with a broad, balanced, and ambitious study of the past. Students engage deeply with both British and global histories, enriched by local history that highlights the Solent’s significant role in shaping historical events. This curriculum goes beyond the National Curriculum, offering a wide-ranging exploration that incorporates diverse perspectives and examines historical events in greater depth, helping students develop a more nuanced understanding of the world and their place within it. 

Our literacy focus is central to our History curriculum, as we aim to cultivate confident, articulate, and critically aware students. Through regular emphasis on reading and vocabulary acquisition, students build a strong foundation in both subject-specific terminology and transferable literacy skills. Texts are carefully chosen and sequenced to support reading comprehension, critical analysis, and historical enquiry. This literacy-rich approach empowers students to access complex historical concepts and effectively communicate their ideas, a key skill both within and beyond the classroom. 

The curriculum is structured to support the development of each student as an individual, recognizing the diverse needs of all learners, including those with special educational needs. By fostering curiosity, empathy, and resilience, we prepare students to approach the world with a broad cultural awareness and respect for British values. History at Fareham Academy is not only an academic subject but also a vehicle for personal growth; it encourages students to understand the interconnectedness of communities, societies, and eras, helping them to become culturally enriched and active citizens. 

In this knowledge-rich curriculum, each topic is meticulously planned and sequenced, building on prior knowledge to ensure progression and mastery in historical skills. Our commitment to developing individual potential and character means that we provide a curriculum that encourages critical thinking, ethical reflection, and an appreciation for historical complexity. Through these aims, we equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to engage thoughtfully with the past and approach the future with confidence and insight.